News from Peacham Library
Lost and Found Piano Concert
Lost And Found: An Evening of Original Music by John Mackenzie in Celebration of People, Place, and Community Saturday February 22, 7 pm Peacham Congregational Church and Meeting House Why is it that really beautiful things make us cry? How…
Writing for Flood Recovery
Writing for Flood Recovery Writing workshops for people affected by the summer floods Workshops led by Bess O’Brien Through 7 minute writing prompts, we will write together and share the memories, the struggles and the process that we are going through as…
Winter Carnival Library Happenings
Friday Evening at Winter CarnivalBill Tobin, HarpistFriday evening at 7 PM at the Library! Saturday10am – 3pmThe Library will be open as a warming spot, offering hot cocoa, community puzzles to work on and a “Make your Own Jigsaw” craft.Come…
First Ever Peacham Puzzle Race!
Saturday, Feb 15 from starting at 1:30 sharp! Be sure to arrive BEFORE start time! Register to reserve your spot or take your chance on race day – we have 7 puzzles!Call or email the library to sign up. Team names, costumes,…
Bill Tobin, Harpist
Friday, February 14 at 7pm Harpist Bill Tobin delights audiences with inspired performances of classical, folk, and original compositions. An outdoor enthusiast as well as an award-winning harpist, Bill has written a number of original compositions inspired by the peace…
Introduction to Meditation
With Bill Brauer, Karmê Chöling Sunday February 2 2 – 4 PM Bill Brauer will lead this introductory class which will present the basic view and techniques of mindfulness meditation. We will practice together and discuss the benefits of mindfulness…
Alive and Well February 1 at 7 PM
Peacham Winter Coffeehouse contines on Saturday February 1 at 7 PM with Alive and Well. Both Tim Berry and Suzan Derby share the gift of strong , clear, beautiful voices and a fine ability of instrumentation on guitar. As the…
Artists Reception Sunday January 19
Two stunning exhibits, one fabulous reception. Sunday January 19 from 4 – 6 PM Meg Morrow Clayton: Colorful WorldWatercolors downstairs in the Community Room My journey as an artist began with fiber arts – spinning, dying and weaving. The transformative…
Winter Coffeehouse Series
2025 Winter Coffeehouse LineupPerformances will begin at 7 pm in the basement of the Peacham Library. An open mic session will follow the main act. Jim Karns – January 11 Award winning songwriter Jim Karns has received Nashville songwriting group Song Town’s Americana/ Bluegrass…
Auction Sampler
This is just a small sample of the items available at the Peacham Library Holiday Auction. Please check our Auction website for more details. Bidding closes at 8 PM on December 7.
Auction Open
Bidding is now open! Thank you to all our generous donors! Online bidding opens Friday, November 29, 2024, at 7:00 a.m. and closes Saturday, December 7, 2024, at 8:00 p.m. Winning bidders will be notified via email at the close…
2024 Annual Appeal
Peacham Library Annual Appeal Peacham Library Offerings
Sara Grey and Kieron Means
Sunday November 10 at 3 PM Western Song Presentation This presentation is a unique look at songs in the oral tradition of people who migrated and took them into the Panhandle, the Great Plains and the Western States. This…
SUNDAY SINGALONG
Sunday October 20 3 PM Enjoy an afternoon of community singing led by René Simakaski, fresh from his debut leading the Bradford Singalong Bringalong in September. Rene has selected an assortment of positive, uplifting songs to share. Singing increases oxytocin…
The Library will be closed Monday October 13
Classes will meet at the discretion of instructors.
The Common Loon
Please join us tomorrow Stories about a loon’s life and their conservation with Eric Hanson Sunday, October 6 at 3 PM In this program, Vermont Center for Ecostudies (VCE) biologist, Eric Hanson, will discuss the amazing recovery of loons in Vermont over…
Fall Foliage Day Thursday October 3
Events at Peacham Library 10 AM – 2 PM BOOK SALE You don’t want to miss this!! Presenting a wide selection in a multitude of categories, including 3:30 PM LAUREN SHEEHAN CONCERT Lauren Sheehan brings her down-home music uptown, mixing old…
Time to Make Pie!
Fondo approaches and we need pie pledges! Sign up here to make your pie count!
New Streaming Service!
We’re proud to offer a new streaming service to provide our patrons with free and unlimited access available on any device. biblio+ has a highly-curated selection of groundbreaking films and captivating television, from award-winners and nominees to independent discoveries, thoughtful…
Gathering of Photographers
Saturday, September 21 10 AM Do you love photography? Regardless of what you love to photograph you are invited to join a Gathering of other photographers at the Peacham Library. We will be discussing ways to share our passion as…
Gathering of Photographers
Saturday, August 24 1 – 2 PM Do you love photography? Regardless of what you love to photograph you are invited to join a Gathering of other photographers at the Peacham Library. We will be discussing ways to share our…
This week at the Library August 12 – 18
Rail Trail Tales with Tim McKay Wednesday August 14, 7 PM This spring Tim McKay cycled 340 miles from Pittsburgh to Washington DC, takingeight days to ride the lengths of the Great Allegheny Passage rail trail and the C &…
The Palace Project
What is Palace? The Palace Project provides eBook and eAudiobook content into a single interface through the Palace app. The Palace app will have shared content from GMLC plus additional resources but will not have shared content from kanopy. This service is made…
Peacham on the Big Screen: Summer Magic
Thursday August 8 at 7 PM (1963) Watch trailer Synopsis Disney fare about a widow raising her brood on lots of love and little cash. Directors James Neilson Production year 1963 Rating G Studio Walt Disney Pictures Runtime 109 minutes…
Peacham on the Big Screen: A Return to Salem’s Lot
Thursday August 1 at 7 PM A Return to Salem’s Lot (1987) WATCH TRAILER Synopsis A man and his son move to a vampire-ridden town. Directors Larry Cohen Production year 1987 Rating R Studio Warner Bros. Runtime 95 minutes Cast…
Peacham on the Big Screen: Ethan Frome
Thursday July 25 at 7 PM Edith Wharton’s 1911 novella about a doomed romance, with Liam Neeson as a New England farmer in love with his wife’s cousin (Patricia Arquette). Zeena: Joan Allen. Rev. Smith: Tate Donovan. Mrs. Hale: Katharine…
Summer Series Schedule
PLEASE NOTE: “Spitfire Grill” will NOT be rescheduled.
Peacham on the Big Screen CANCELLED for July 11
Due to the roads conditions, we will rescedule the showing of this film for later in the summer As a part of the Peacham Summer Series we will be showing some of the movies that have been filmed in Peacham….
Peacham Library Annual Meeting
“Restoring Vermont’s Painted Stage Curtains” A hundred years ago, grand drapes and painted backdrops were primary artistic features in the cultural life of almost every village and town in northern New England. The “curtains” provided color and escapism in institutions…
Digital Collection Changes
Libby Having a hard time logging into Libby? Your library account may be expired. Accounts expire every two years. This gives us a chance to ask if your contact information needs updating. If you use our online services, you will…
Trouble logging into Kanopy?
Moving forward, as you membership with Kanopy times out, you will need to renew your memberships by supplying both your library barcode (P312000XXX) and Password (PIN). You will fail your next reauthentication check, and their membership will move to a “Blocked” status,…
Art Show Entries
The Gilmore Gallery seeks art showcasing love of Peacham from YOUR perspective. Whether you live in Peacham, visit Peacham or admire Peacham from afar, we’d love to see what you love best about Peacham. Whether it be a view, a…
The Peacham Library Art & Craft Auction is appoaching!
PEACHAM LIBRARY ART AUCTIONSUNDAY, JUNE 9, 20244–7 P.M.656 BAYLEY HAZEN ROAD, PEACHAM, VT Join the fun on Sunday, June 9, for a LIVE auction of fabulous art at Peacham Library. Bid on selected works from some of the region’s best…
Save the date for this fun event!
PEACHAM LIBRARY ART AUCTIONSUNDAY, JUNE 9, 20244–7 P.M.656 BAYLEY HAZEN ROAD, PEACHAM, VT Join the fun on Sunday, June 9, for a LIVE auction of fabulous art at Peacham Library. Bid on selected works from some of the region’s best…
Going Out Green
Sunday April 21 at 4 PM Peacham Congregational Church Social Hall Learn about the emerging movement to change the way we do death in America. With so much in the news about ‘green’ options, including human composting, wet cremation, forest…
A Journey of Discoveries
with Beatrice Ring Sunday April 14 4:30 pm Journey with Beatrice as she recreates (over six years) the around-the-world trip her father and uncle made in 1928 (in a single year) using only ships, trains and cars, and taking pictures…
Winter Coffeehouse Series
Dana Robinson Saturday April 6 at 7 PM The Peacham Library is hosting its final event in our Spring Coffeehouse series. Performances begin at 7 pm in the Community Room. An open mic session will follow the main act. From…
Sunday from 4-6 pm
Two exciting events happening at the library today! Eclipse program at 4 pm and Artists Receptionfrom 4-6 PM. Stop by for both!
Solar Eclipse
Two exciting events happening at the library today! Eclipse program at 4 pm and Artists Reception from 4-6 PM. Stop by for both!
Winter Coffeehouse Series
Alive and Well: Tim Berry & Suzan Derby Saturday March 16 at 7 PM The Peacham Library is hosting its annual Coffee House series. Performances will begin at 7 pm in the Community Room. An open mic session will follow…
Travels with Tim & Betsy
Sunday February 25 3 PM Tim and Betsy McKay spent two weeks exploring the winter wonderland around Canmore and Banff, Alberta. Tim will show highlights of their adventures including nordic skiing at the Canmore Nordic Center (site of the Calgary…
Presidents Day February 19
Peacham Library will be closed Monday February 19. Classes, meetings, and programs will be held as scheduled by their instructors. All are welcome to Board Game Afternoon at 3 PM.
Winter Carnival Lunch
Come and enjoy a warm bowl of chili and homemade cornbread during Winter Carnival! February 17 from 12 – 2 PMServing Chili and Cornbread Lunch at Peacham Congregational Church Proceeds benefit the Peacham Library.Sponsored by the Peacham Library Development Committee.
Susan Dunklee
Winter Carnival presents Susan Dunklee Friday February 16th @ 7 PM at Peacham Library Susan is a three time Olympian and two time World Championship Silver Medalist in the sport of biathalon. She will jumpstart Winter Carnival activites with this…
Crafters & Puzzlers Monday at 6:30 PM
We will gather again on Monday February 12 to chat and work. Stop in and say hello, fit a piece in the puzzle, show off your knitting.
Botswana Safari Adventure
Sunday February 11 at 3 PM Jutta Scott will presents her photo journey to Botswana’s Okavango Delta at the Peacham Library on Sunday February 11.She will speak about her adventures with a slide show starting at 3 PM.The Gallery Reception…
Peacham Library Report for 2023
“The public library is where place and possibility meet.” – Stuart Dybek Over 7,500 people visited Peacham Library during our last fiscal year. They came for programs, meetings, classes and of course BOOKS! The library hosted 185 programs and events…
Winter Coffeehouse Series
Fifth Business Saturday February 3 at 7 PM Performances will begin at 7 pm in the basement of the Peacham Library. An open mic session will follow the main act. Like the weather in the Northeast Kingdom of Vermont from…
Q. What is Libby by OverDrive and how does it work?
January 30 6 PM Libby by OverDrive provides access to popular and bestselling eBooks and eAudiobooks. The collection includes Kindle Books and thousands of titles for adults, teens, and children. Titles are automatically returned at the end of the loan…
Trekking along the GR10 Footpath
Sunday January 21 3 PM Liam Tobin grew up in Saint Johnsbury, Vermont and just recently moved to Peacham. In the fall of 2023 he traveled along the GRE10 footpath which roughly parallels the France/Spain border in the Pyrenees Mountains. On…
Winter Coffeehouse Series
Rake Factory Union Saturday January 13 at 7 PM Performances will begin at 7 pm in the basement of the Peacham Library. An open mic session will follow the main act. Rake Factory Union is Nathan Colpitts on Guitar, Mandolin,…